Amelia County, Virginia
Quick answer: Amelia County is a county in Virginia with its seat at Amelia Court House. Its estimated population in 2025 was 13,632, up 2.8% since 2020. It covers about 355 square miles of land.
| Type | county |
|---|---|
| County seat | Amelia Court House |
| Established | 1734 |
| Population, 2025 estimate | 13,632 |
| Population, 2020 estimate | 13,268 |
| Change 2020–2025 | 2.7% |
| Rank by population in Virginia | 104 of 133 |
Overview
Amelia County is a county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, one of 95 in the state.[1] The county seat is Amelia Court House.[2] The county was established in 1734.[2] The name comes from Princess Amelia of Great Britain.[2]
Population of Amelia County
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population of Amelia County at 13,632 in July 2025, up 2.8% from the April 2020 base of 13,262.[1] That made it 104th of Virginia's 133 counties and independent cities by population. It ranked 52nd for growth since 2020.[1]
From 2020 to 2025 the Census Bureau counted about 714 births and 993 deaths, so deaths outnumbered births by 279.[1] More people moved in from other parts of the United States than moved away. Net domestic migration was 570. Moves from abroad added 76.[1]
Geography
Amelia County covers 355.4 square miles of land and 3.2 square miles of water.[3] By land area it ranks 54th of 133 in Virginia.[3] It had about 38 people per square mile in 2025, so it is mostly rural. Its geographic center lies near 37.33° N, 77.98° W.[3]
The county borders Chesterfield County, Cumberland County, Dinwiddie County, Nottoway County, Powhatan County and Prince Edward County.[4]
The U.S. Geological Survey place-name database lists 58 named streams and 10 lakes and reservoirs in the county.[5]
Towns
Amelia County has no incorporated towns. Its communities are unincorporated and governed directly by the county.[6]
Frequently asked questions
What is the county seat of Amelia County?
Amelia Court House.
What is the population of Amelia County?
About 13,632 people in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
How big is Amelia County?
About 355 square miles of land, plus 3.2 square miles of water.
References
- [1] U.S. Census Bureau, County Population Totals and Components of Change: 2020-2025 (Vintage 2025) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [2] Wikidata, Amelia County, Virginia (open data, CC0) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [3] U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 Gazetteer Files: Counties – last checked 11/08/2026
- [4] U.S. Census Bureau, County Adjacency File (2024) – last checked 11/08/2026
- [5] U.S. Geological Survey, Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), Domestic Names – last checked 11/08/2026
- [6] U.S. Census Bureau, City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2025 – last checked 11/08/2026
Official website: www.ameliacova.com
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